Significant investment for further church growth in the Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham
The Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham is delighted to announce that it is set to receive £33.16 million – of which £12.1 million is subject to further approvals – from the Church of England’s Strategic Mission and Ministry Investment Board for a decade-long programme which builds on fruitful mission and ministry in recent years. The funds will support investment in parishes across the diocese in our city, towns and villages, delivering church revitalisation and a focus on evangelism, discipleship, vocations and the development of younger leaders. The funding
Archbishop of York to Visit the Diocese
Later this month, the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, is making a missionary visit to the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham. Archbishop Stephen will be with us on 22nd-24th November, and will be visiting various churches, schools and organisations during his visit. He aims to share in and encourage the mission of the Church here in the diocese, as we seek to grow disciples of Christ with compassion, confidence and courage. During his visit, the Archbishop will visit Nottingham City Transport
School Children Inspired at Conference on Collective Worship
On Tuesday 5th November, children from sixteen Church of England schools across the diocese gathered for the Pupil Leaders of Collective Worship Conference at Southwell Minster, led by our diocesan Education Team. The children and their teachers took part in four workshops to inspire them and develop their skills for leading worship in school. Among the activities they participated in was exploring practical ideas for creatively opening and closing worship times, including using songs and actions when entering and leaving the
Installation of Interim Dean at Southwell Minster
On Monday, 4th November, friends, family, colleagues, and community members from across the diocese and beyond gathered at Southwell Minster for a beautiful Evensong service, celebrating the commissioning and installation of Revd Canon Neil Evans as Interim Dean. Ordained in 1984, Neil has served as Diocesan Director of Ministry for 17 years, part of the Bishop of London’s leadership team, a Prebendary Canon at St. Paul’s since 2018, and Canon Steward since 2022. The service was led by Bishop Paul, joined
Start the Day on First Fridays with Bishop Paul and Sarah (174) – 1st November 2024
“Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music!” Psalm 98:4 In Start the Day for November, Bishop Paul and Sarah share inspiring reflections on Psalm 98, all the way from Johannesburg Bible College in South Africa. We are reminded of the gift of worship, which awakens our souls to the presence and power of Jesus that fills us with joy, encouragement and inspiration. As we continue to pray for a fresh move of the Holy Spirit and a
Diocese Prayer Run: Final day
The Diocese Prayer run has been completed! The 120km run stretched from the north of the diocese to the south and took place over the 21st - 26th October. The week provided opportunity to pray for Living Hope in the city, towns and villages of Nottinghamshire and beyond. Each day was split into a number of 5km and 10km runs that people could join, as well as prayer meetings in over 20 churches across the diocese. We've been sharing stories from
Diocese Prayer Run: Days 4 & 5
The Diocese Prayer run is a 120km route stretching from the north of the diocese to the south. The run is taking place over the 21st - 26th October and is an opportunity to pray for Living Hope in the city, towns and villages of Nottinghamshire and beyond. Each day is split into a number of 5km and 10km runs that people can join, as well as prayer meetings at over 20 churches across the diocese. Day 4: St John's with
FUEL Shines on ‘Songs of Praise’: Celebrating Faith in Young People
It was wonderful to see FUEL, a monthly youth gathering hosted by Trinity Church Nottingham, featured on the BBC's Songs of Praise last Sunday, celebrating the faith of young people in today's generation. Hosted by Laura Wright, the episode showcased the FUEL gathering, where young people from different churches across the diocese join each month for an evening of worship, prayer, Bible teaching, and games. In recent years, the youth congregation at Trinity has grown from 7 to about 70,
Diocese Prayer Run: Days 2 & 3
The Diocese Prayer run is a 120km route stretching from the north of the diocese to the south. The run is taking place over the 21st - 26th October and is an opportunity to pray for Living Hope in the city, towns and villages of Nottinghamshire and beyond. Each day is split into a number of 5km and 10km runs that people can join, as well as prayer meetings at over 20 churches across the diocese. Day 2: St Swithun's Retford
Diocesan Synod Summary – 12 October 2024
Diocesan Synod 12 October 2024 On Saturday 12th October the newly elected Diocesan Synod met at The Minster School, Southwell for the first meeting of the new Triennium (2024-27). During the meeting Bishop Paul, Bishop Andy, Canon Michael Arlington and Mr Julian Hodgson presented reports to delegates (both clergy and lay) who listened and discussed to prayerfully discern what God is saying to the Diocese at this time. As part of the triennium, it was great to welcome a significant number of new